Apple Situation Strong In Chicago Market
Apple stocks are reported about half of last year's levels with prices rising in Chicago this week. Analysts cite 1.9 to 2.0 million barrels in U S holdings, with Canada and Nova Scotia adding up to 2.2 million including box stock. Market watchers warn against price spikes reducing future demand as December movements show 25 percent of stored apples released.
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Eggs Firm at Cincinnati and Merger of Boards
Cincinnati January 16 The two factions in the produce market agreed to merge into one board on the Chamber of Commerce floor. Officers were elected for the year, and prices for fresh stock rose then fell with weather. Prime firsts 20c, firsts 28c, ordinary firsts 26c, seconds 18c. Receipts light, snow storm blankets Ohio Kentucky and West Virginia. Poultry markets firm with scarce turkeys and peese. Old hens 11 to 11.5c. roosters 7c. young chickens 12 to 12.4c. ducks 11 to 13c. turkeys 17.5c. toms 16c. geese 6c to quality.
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Chicago Potato Market Sees Steady Prices Amid Higher Receipts
Chicago reports a notable rise in potato receipts with a steady market. Outside buyers are slow to place orders, fearing the market is not well established. Northwestern stock sells 70 to 90 cents, averages 55 to 65 cents, and off grade stock floods the market as cars are shipped locally. A local operator bought 50 cars of Triumphs this week, wishing for more.
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Eggs firm and higher in Chicago market
Chicago January 15 eggs firm as cold weather curbs demand and limits receipts. Dealers report stronger bids for fresh and forage eggs, with emphasis on firsts in 40 and 100 case lots for immediate delivery. Prices range from levels around 40 to 100 case lot terms, with spot delivery scarce and higher bids noted.
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Bond Loses Fight to Stand Trial in Egg Swindle Case
Nashville authorities report Bolivar B. Bond, the alleged produce swindler, will be extradited from Ontario to Nashville to answer fifteen indictments in Davidson County for forgery and obtaining money by false pretenses. He allegedly obtained about $10,000 from the First National Bank of Nashville using forged bills of lading for eggs shipped to firms in Philadelphia New York and Boston. Bond fled after the schemes, was arrested in Canada, and surrendered $36,100 in his possession as extradition proceedings concluded. Detective Jacobs plans to return with the prisoner in a few days.
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First Actions in York Butter & Egg Co Case Set
The United Butter & Egg Co of York faces action in Scranton on January 28 before Judge Robert Woodrow Achibald. Benjamin Cohen Morris Green Joseph Schlossman and Martin Green are to answer a petition by John B. Wilson and others alleging fraud, false pretenses, and bankruptcy-related charges. Detective Chief Charles White directed the roundup after the York case last fall. Schlossman fled to New York and is not yet recaptured.
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Jersey Sweet Potatoes Show Rot In Warehouses
Rot is rising among stored Jersey sweet potatoes in major warehouse stations. One dealer with 15,000 bushels faces about a $7,000 loss as 25 of 50 bushels inspected were poor and almost unsalable. Cleanups expected at Normant Alliance and other stations around February 10. prices for ordinary stock $1 to $1.15, fancy stock $1.25 to $1.30.
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Cincinnati cabbage market stays firm for week
Cold weather strengthened cabbage prices in Cincinnati with most sales at 38 to 40 dollars per ton on track. Southern shipments moved slowly at 2.50 to 2.75 per crate as reports say cold weather damaged new stock in some southern areas. Butter market in Kansas City remained steady with bullish tone as light receipts and stormy weather supported prices around 19 to 20 cents for packing stock.
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Sharp Butter Decline and Relief Fund Update
Chicago reports a sharp butter price drop due to off grade stock and weak demand from high prices. Extra creamery and extra floats fall in price. New York notes California Fruit Growers' exchange sold 1623 boxes of lemons nationwide for Sicilian earthquake relief, $12,980 raised with no deductions.
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Geroe decries superstition in trade at Peoria league event
In Peoria on January 15, William B. Geroe of Toledo urged National League members to drop superstition in commerce. He warned against beliefs about railways, bank guarantees, rebates, and market rumors, urging integrity and honest competition as the path to lasting success. He shared anecdotes on fear, thrift, and innovation, stressing a shift from old methods to transparent, principled business.
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League Proceedings at Peoria Report Routine Transactions
The Peoria convention opened with a businesslike session drawing strong interest. National League officers were announced including A. D. Gate as President, A. Warren Patch as Vice President, P. M. Kiely as Secretary, and C. Vail as Treasurer. Debates covered dues increases and the unpaid secretary era.
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Peoria convention adopts plan for league changes
A detailed resolution from the National League of Commission Merchants outlines creation of a business manager, an advisory board, and updated articles of the constitution and by-laws. It sets a $7,000 annual budget for advisory operations and routes officer appointments through the incoming president and branches.
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